Part 1/16:
Understanding Cognitive Architectures and Their Implications for AI and Humanity
Introduction: A Reflection on the Rise of the Channel and the Topic
David Shapiro begins his video by noting that his channel has more than doubled in followers recently, prompting him to revisit foundational concepts in artificial intelligence, specifically cognitive architectures. Many new viewers might not be familiar with his background—having authored books on the subject—and so he dives into explaining what these architectures are and why they matter.